Guacamole Stuffed Deviled Eggs (Print view)

Classic deviled eggs with creamy guacamole filling, spiced and garnished—perfect for vegetarian, gluten-free snacks.

# Ingredient List:

→ Eggs

01 - 6 large eggs

→ Guacamole Filling

02 - 1 ripe avocado
03 - 2 tablespoons finely minced red onion
04 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
05 - 1 tablespoon freshly chopped cilantro
06 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 1 Roma tomato, seeded and finely diced

→ Garnish

10 - Smoked paprika, for dusting
11 - Extra cilantro leaves, for garnish

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, cover, remove from heat, and let sit for 10 minutes.
02 - Transfer eggs to an ice bath and cool for 5 minutes. Peel eggs and slice them in half lengthwise.
03 - Carefully remove yolks and place in a medium bowl. Mash yolks thoroughly with a fork.
04 - Cut avocado, remove the pit, and scoop flesh into the bowl with egg yolks. Mash until smooth and well incorporated.
05 - Add red onion, jalapeño (if desired), cilantro, lime juice, salt, pepper, and diced tomato to the yolk-avocado mixture. Stir until evenly mixed.
06 - Spoon or pipe the guacamole mixture into each egg white half, ensuring a neat presentation.
07 - Dust with smoked paprika and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
08 - Refrigerate until ready to serve to maintain freshness and flavor.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The creamy guacamole filling is a surprise twist that wakes up the classic deviled egg.
  • It’s perfect for gatherings when you need something easy, vegetarian, and beautiful to serve.
02 -
  • Letting eggs cool fully in an ice bath prevents those dreaded rough patches while peeling.
  • A squeeze of lime juice directly on the avocado stops it from turning brown before you even mix.
03 -
  • Fork-mashing the yolks and avocados separately before mixing gives a silkier texture than mashing them all at once.
  • A dash of hot sauce or cumin can transform the flavor profile in subtle ways—try them in small batches before committing.
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